Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2018-6662 is a local privilege escalation issue in McAfee Management of Native Encryption. A low-privileged local user could gain elevated privileges through crafted input. This matters most on managed endpoints where MNE is installed below version 4.1.4. Exposure is likely limited to systems running McAfee Management of Native Encryption prior to 4.1.4, especially shared endpoints or environments where non-administrative local users can sign in. The source bundle does not identify affected operating systems, deployment modes, or CPEs. Treat as high priority for endpoint fleets using McAfee MNE, but scope first. This is not described as internet-exploitable, and no active exploitation evidence is provided. The business risk is escalation from local user access to broader endpoint control. Mitigation focus: Upgrade McAfee MNE to 4.1.4 or later where applicable.; Review McAfee advisory SB10232 for vendor-specific remediation guidance.; Prioritize shared workstations and endpoints with local non-admin users..
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- High
- CVSS
- 7.5 (3.0)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
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CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H0.86Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
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7.5HighVector: CVSS:3.0/AV:L/AC:H/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10232CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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